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Construction Culture in Canada – A Guide for Newcomers

PART 1: INTRODUCTION

Introduction

Course Summary

Course Outcomes

PART 2: INTRODUCTION TO CANADA'S CONSTRUCTION WORKPLACE

Understanding Canada’s Construction Workplace Culture

Common Challenges Faced in Canada’s Construction Industry

Part 2: Knowledge Questions

Part 2: Reflection Exercise

PART 3: HOW CANADA'S CONSTRUCTION CULTURE IS GROWING

Introduction

The Value of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Construction Industry

Women in Construction

Prioritizing the Well-Being of Workers

Part 3: Knowledge Questions

Part 3: Reflection Exercise

PART 4: EXPECTATIONS ON WORKPLACE SAFETY

Introduction

Standard Practices for Physical Safety

Understanding Psychological Safety

Connecting Physical Safety and Psychological Safety

Part 4: Knowledge Questions

Part 4: Reflection Exercise

PART 5: PROFESSIONAL AND UNPROFESSIONAL CONDUCT

Introduction

Acceptable and Not Acceptable Workplace Behaviours

Responding to Negative Situations

Part 5: Knowledge Questions

Part 5: Reflection Exercise

PART 6: COMMUNICATING EFFECTIVELY

Introduction

Overcoming Language Barriers

Canadian Construction Resources

Part 6: Knowledge Questions

Part 6: Reflection Exercise

PART 7: CONCLUSION: WELCOME TO CANADA'S CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY

Welcome to Canada

Handout Review and Certificate of Completion

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